Kanchenjunga South Base Camp Trek – 18 Days
About this experience
A long, wild trek in far-eastern Nepal to the south base camp of Kanchenjunga (8,586 m) at Oktang, through pristine forest, Limbu and Sherpa villages and high glacial valleys. Restricted-area permit, licensed guide, lodging/camping and transport included.
Highlights
Day-by-day itinerary
Flight east and drive up into the tea hills of Ilam.
What's included
Included in the price
- Licensed English-speaking trekking guide
- Teahouse / lodge accommodation on the trail
- All trekking permits (TIMS + area permit)
- Ground transport to and from the trailhead
- Shared porter support
Not included
- International flights & Nepal visa
- Travel & rescue insurance (mandatory)
- Meals in the city
- Personal expenses, drinks & snacks
- Tips for guide and porter
Meeting point
Meeting point is shown below.
Interactive map coming soon.
Good to know
Broken-in boots, warm layers & down jacket, rain shell, headlamp, water bottle/purification, sunhat & sunscreen, personal first-aid and any medication.
Kanchenjunga Restricted-Area Permit, KCAP and a licensed guide (min. 2 trekkers) are included.
Travellers with serious heart or lung conditions, or anyone unwilling to walk 5–7 hours a day at altitude.
Traveller reviews
Challenging in the best way — the views from the pass are unforgettable. Lodges were booked ahead so we never arrived anywhere uncertain.
The acclimatisation days were well judged and nobody in our group struggled. Small group, unhurried, and genuinely well run throughout.
The food along the route was far better than we expected. Our guide set a sensible pace and checked on everyone each evening.